The first Women’s Euro 2025 semifinal between England vs Italy takes place on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, with a kick-off at 21:00 CET at Stade de Genève, Geneva, Switzerland. This blockbuster clash pits the two-time Runners-up of the UEFA Women’s European Championship vs the defending champion England of the 2022 tournament.
England triumphed in a dramatic penalty shootout, winning 2(3)–2(2) against Sweden, while Italy edged past Norway 2–1 with a stoppage-time goal to secure their place in the semifinals.”
England’s quarter-final vs Sweden trailed 2–0 early on, rallied through goals from Lucy Bronze and teen Michelle Agyemang, and advanced 3–2 after a dramatic penalty shootout, with keeper Hannah Hampton the hero of the match.
Italy’s last match was won over Norway 2–1 thanks to a brace from captain Cristiana Girelli—including a 90th‑minute winner—to reach their first Euro semi‑final since 1997.
England enter as favourites with stronger recent form, depth, and tournament pedigree. But Italy’s peak form, top scorer, and attacking mentality make this a potential shock. Expect early drama, midfield chess, and a high‑quality Women’s Euro 2025 semifinal clash in Geneva.
The winner of the England vs Italy semi-final will advance to a historic final clash against the winner of Germany vs Spain in the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025. Both England and Italy finished second in their respective groups in the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 points table, setting up a thrilling semi-final showdown.
Women’s Euro 2025 Semifinal – England vs Italy
Table of Contents
The Women’s Euro 2025 teams have reached at the semifinal of the knockout stages after completing the quarter-finals of the best 4 teams out of 8 teams.
| Teams | England women’s national football team vs Italy women’s national football team |
| Match | Semifinal |
| Date | Tuesday, July 22, 2025 |
| Time (ET) | 21:00 EDT, 20:00 BST, 21:00 CEST |
| Venue | Stade de Geneve, Geneva |
| FIFA Women’s Ranking | England – 6th Italy – 13th |
England vs Italy Women’s Euro 2025 Starting XI
England Possible Starting XI Prediction vs Italy
- Goalkeeper: Hannah Hampton
- Defenders: Lucy Bronze, Leah Williamson, Jess Carter, Alex Greenwood
- Midfielders: Ella Toone, Keira Walsh, Georgia Stanway
- Forwards: Lauren James, Alessia Russo, Lauren Hemp
- Unavailable / In doubt: Leah Williamson (ankle injury)
Italy Possible Starting XI Prediction vs England
- Goalkeeper: Laura Giuliani
- Defenders: Elisabetta Oliviero, Cecilia Salvai, Elena Linari, Lucia Di Guglielmo
- Midfielders: Manuela Giugliano, Arianna Caruso, Emma Severini, Lisa Boattin
- Forwards: Sofia Cantore, Barbara Bonansea, Cristiana Girelli.
England vs Italy: Who May Score the First Goal?
A rematch where England is likely to dominate possession, but Italy is hopeful for a fast start.
Team News & Match Preview
England
- Captain Leah Williamson is a fitness concern after rolling her ankle in the Sweden game; she could miss the match.
- Midfield maestro Keira Walsh, Euro 2022 final MVP and Chelsea/Barça star, is critical for game tempo and possession.
- Ella Toone remains a reliable “super‑sub,” capable of decisive impact in big games.
- Substitute weapons: Michelle Agyemang, Chloe Kelly, Beth Mead — all shone off the bench in recent wins.
Italy
- Cristiana Girelli (35y 84d) is shaping the tournament – scored a dramatic 90th‑minute winner vs Norway and is among the top scorers.
- Manuela Giugliano is Italy’s midfield creator and has been identified as a key playmaker.
- Italy arrive injury‑free and unchanged after their quarter‑final win
Head‑to‑Head & Form
- Overall H2H: Italy holds the edge historically (17 wins to England’s 10, 7 draws)
- Recent meets: England won their only pre‑tournament meeting 5‑1 in February 2024
- Competitive record: Italy dominated 2009, but England have won 7 of the last 10 encounters (D1 L2), although Italy lost each of the two head-to-heads at the UEFA Women’s EURO match in 1987 and 2009.
Tactical Preview & Prediction
England Women to beat Italy Women, with a predicted scoreline of roughly 3‑1.
England are expected to deploy a more stable, possibly back-three setup to shore up defensive vulnerabilities exposed in the Sweden match, while relying on midfield control and wide delivery; FWCN Expert favour England to win, most predict a 3-1 scoreline.
How to watch the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 England vs Italy semi-final match?
The Broadcasting rights of the 2025 edition of UEFA Women’s Euro England vs Italy semi-final will be acquired by Fox Sports (English) in the USA, UK, Australia and globally, but the Spanish-language viewers in the United States can watch on TUDN/Vix.
Semi-finals Ticket Price
European Women’s powerhouses collide Tuesday at Stade de Geneve, where England vs Italy Women’s Euro tickets are sold via UEFA’s official site, prices starting at ~25 CHF; > 600,000 tickets sold across the tournament.
- Category 1 – CHF 70
- Category 2 – CHF 40
- Category 3 – CHF 25
